In today's world, if Qin is recognized as the most powerful country in terms of force, then most people will probably vote for Qi as the country with the most cultural power.
The most important reason for this is the existence of Jixia Academy.
This academy was built during the reign of Duke Huan of Qi. In order to help the emerging Tian Qi regime recruit talents, he ordered a towering academy to be built near Jimen in Linzi, the capital of Qi. Later, with the gradual growth of Qi's national power during the periods of King Wei and King Xuan of Qi, this academy also slowly developed and reached its peak stage.
The Hundred Schools of Thought originally originated here. Countless works were produced in this academy. At that time, "Jixia Scholar" was a title that everyone aspired to and could very well represent an individual's academic level.
Representative figures from many schools such as Taoism, Confucianism, Legalism, Ming Dynasty, Military Affairs, Agriculture, Yin and Yang, Qing and Chong, etc., such as Mencius, Chunyu Kun, Zou Yan, Shen Dao, Shen Buhai, Yin Wenzi, Lu Zhonglian, Xunzi, etc. Going in and out, it seems to be the only world cultural and academic exchange center during the Warring States Period.
Although the Qi State gradually declined in the late Warring States Period, the reputation of Jixia Academy was firmly established, and it is still the academic holy place that many students yearn for.
For schools that have not fought with the heroes in Jixia Academy, their theories will not be recognized by hundreds of schools of thought. At best, they can be regarded as wild schools.
And now the Jixia Academy's sacrificial wine is a great master-level figure who shocked the past and the present - Confucian Xun Kuang!
However, Chi Yao, who arrived in Linzi, had no intention of visiting Jixia Academy immediately. Instead, after bidding farewell to his master and apprentice Nianduan, he rode the five-car luxury carriage all the way through the city and arrived at the entrance of a hotel.
"Haiyue Xiaozhu, this is it!"
Chi Yao stopped the carriage.
"Sir, would you like to go to a hotel or stay in a hotel?"
Because this carriage attracted too much attention, Chi Yao was followed by many people who came to watch the excitement, so the waiter of the shop welcomed him out early. Seeing such an exaggerated outfit at this time, I couldn't help but feel a little speechless.
"Eat first, then stay in the hotel."
Chi Yao ordered, "By the way, help me take care of the carriage and horses."
"Okay~! Please."
After all, he was working in one of the largest hotels in Linzi. The waiter's psychological quality was pretty good. He was just stunned for a moment, then quickly came to his senses, and then responded loudly.
Judging from his more than ten years of work experience, he must have met a big client this time. If he serves well, he may get more rewards than he has earned in ten years of working here.
Under the warm hospitality of Xiao Er'an, Chi Yao Shiran came to a private room facing the sea and with a broad view.
"Please take a seat. This is the seat with the best view in our Haiyue Xiaozhu."
The waiter's tone contained three parts of flattery, three parts of pride, three parts of expectation and one part of anxiety.
"not bad."
Chi Yao looked around and said calmly, then threw him a piece of broken silver.
"Thank you, noble man. Thank you, noble man."
The waiter smiled happily after taking it, thanked him repeatedly, and became more and more attentive.
"Give me a taste of all your signature dishes, as well as the best wine."
"No problem, please wait."
After a while, delicacies with delicious flavors and colors were presented. The most eye-catching dish placed in the middle of the table was a dish of shark's fin and bear paws.
Also coming with the dishes was the owner of Haiyue Xiaozhu.
"I've met Mr. Chi."
The boss is a middle-aged man who looks quite lucky, with a smile on his face and he bows his hand.
"you know me?"
Chi Yao was a little confused.
"The reputation of the leader of the Chi family school and the miraculous doctor has been spread throughout the Qi country a few days ago. I heard that your next stop is to go to the academy for debate. Many of us are eagerly looking forward to it!"
The boss looked full of admiration, "You are willing to deign to come to Haiyue Xiaozhu to enjoy the beauty of our store. It really makes the store flourish. To express my gratitude, I will pay for all your expenses at our place."
"Haha, thank you boss for your kindness."
Chi Yao did not refuse, but picked up the wine glass and said, "Come on, we are destined to meet each other. I propose a toast to the boss as a thank you for the hospitality."
"It's easy to talk about."
The boss was inexplicably surprised, and his hand holding the wine glass was trembling.
After all, although many high-ranking officials and dignitaries have come to his restaurant, there are really not many virtuous people who are willing to have a drink with him, the owner of the restaurant.
That's right, in the boss's mind, Chi Yao has been upgraded from a miracle doctor to a great sage.
"Don't be nervous. I'm new to Linzi and I don't know everything. If the boss has some free time, why don't you stay and explain it to me?"
Chi Yao put down his wine glass and comforted him.
"If you have free time, of course you do!"
The boss nodded repeatedly, then knelt down and sat down on Chi Yao's hand, "I don't know what you want to know, sir?"
"Well... I am here mainly to make the school famous. Let's talk about things related to Jixia Academy first. What talented people are there now?"
"Jixia Academy, no problem."
The boss thought for a while and said, "Now the academy's sacrificial wine is Xun Qing. This is the third time that he has served as the academy's sacrificial wine. The most active talents in the academy today are the three disciples of Confucianism. Fu Nian, Han Fei and Li Si are known as the Three Heroes. The latter two are Xun Qing's disciples, and the former one is said to be the most promising disciple to succeed the Confucian leader... In addition, there are famous people, farmers, and military strategists. , the Mohist family all have disciples stationed here..."
After all, he is just a restaurant owner. Most of the information he hears comes from the mouths of diners, and most of it is superficial. However, rambling about here and there is enough to help Chi Yao form a simple basic understanding.
Jixia Academy has indeed passed its most glorious stage at this time. Although there are still hundreds of schools gathered, the only ones who are qualified to be called "sons" are Jijiu Xunkuang and his favorite disciple Han Fei.
And Fu Nian, the future head of Confucianism, should not be underestimated.
"What about Qi State? I heard that this is the headquarters of Confucianism? What is the situation with other schools of thought?"
"Yes, there are countless Confucian students gathered in the Little Sage Village. The term "base camp" is quite appropriate."
The boss nodded and said, "In addition, most people from the Qingzhong family are here. As for other schools, there are not many people, and they are basically gathered in the academy."
The so-called Qingzhongjia refers to the economic theorists represented by Guanzi, also known as the Guanzi school. It was the core theoretical foundation for Guan Zhong to assist Duke Huan of Qi in achieving hegemony. It has always been highly valued in Qi State and can be regarded as a local school.
However, after Guanzi, there was a lack of new representative figures. Compared with the long-lasting Confucianism, Taoism, Mohism and other schools of thought, there was a trend of gradual decline.
After drinking and eating, Chi Yao was just about to take a rest and wash away the dust on the road, when he heard that an envoy from the King of Qi came with an imperial edict and invited him to the palace for a talk.
"Prince Qi... let's go and meet him."
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